Bassline Episode 20

In this episode of Bassline, David Wallace speaks with Lance Peltz about the global economic landscape, focusing on recent developments in the United States and their wider impacts. They examine President Trump’s economic policies, particularly the uncertainties created by tariffs and their effects on markets, businesses, and global trade. The conversation explores how this uncertainty shapes investment strategies, highlighting the importance of disciplined, long-term decision-making despite short-term volatility.

David and Lance also discuss significant macroeconomic shifts, including globalisation’s retreat into regional trade blocs, evolving relationships between the US, China, and Europe, and their implications for financial stability and investment planning. Additionally, they touch on the UK’s economic position amidst global tensions, exploring Brexit’s long-term effects and the economic strategies emerging under Keir Starmer’s leadership.

Join them for an insightful conversation offering valuable perspectives for investors, market observers, and anyone looking to understand today’s rapidly changing economic environment.